We pause today to reflect on the devastating terror attacks that occurred (17) years ago which changed our lives, the dynamics of many families and our Nation forever.

As we remember this day we honor the brave firefighters, police officers, military personnel and civilians who lost their lives on that sunny tragic day in 2001. We also recognize and keep in our thoughts and prayers the families & friends left behind, along with the first responders and survivors who continue to suffer with illness stemming from the 9/11 aftermath.